Oakview, Missouri Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Oakview, Missouri had a total population of 377, the 588th largest village in Missouri, with a median household income of $69,141, which is 2% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 6.6%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Oakview Quick Facts
How Oakview Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 384 | 377 | -1.8% |
| Median household income | $71,875 | $69,141 | -3.8% |
| Median home value | $176,100 | $177,200 | +0.6% |
How Oakview Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 40 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Oakview Rankings in Missouri
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Other Cities in Clay County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 30,689 | $88,542 | 7.0% | $283,300 |
| Gladstone | 27,207 | $79,271 | 11.0% | $231,500 |
| Kearney | 10,885 | $103,622 | 3.6% | $298,400 |
| Smithville | 10,705 | $101,165 | 5.4% | $290,600 |
| Excelsior Springs | 10,484 | $72,609 | 15.2% | $186,800 |
| North Kansas City | 4,983 | $49,682 | 9.1% | $197,500 |
| Lawson | 2,905 | $65,941 | 12.7% | $186,000 |
| Pleasant Valley | 2,736 | $75,682 | 4.5% | $202,000 |
| Claycomo | 1,820 | $49,343 | 19.8% | $169,600 |
| Glenaire | 587 | $92,813 | 4.4% | $225,400 |
Cities Similar to Oakview
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Timbers | 379 | N/A | $176,800 | 6.1% | 20.1% |
| Fairview | 371 | $67,083 | $105,000 | 32.7% | 16.4% |
| Bent Tree Harbor | 391 | N/A | $102,800 | 0.0% | 29.2% |
| Mine La Motte | 370 | $65,750 | N/A | 20.2% | 8.1% |
| Kingsville | 360 | $67,171 | $96,500 | 14.2% | 6.7% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 377, Oakview's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Oakview is a small community located in Missouri, within Clay County. The total population is 377. It ranks as the 588th most populous out of 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri.
Age Demographics
The median age in Oakview is 45.0 years. This is 15% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Oakview is $69,141. This is 2% lower than the state median of $70,702. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 6.6%. This is 47% lower than the state poverty rate of 12.6%. The unemployment rate is 4.0%. The median home value is $177,200. Housing costs are 23% lower than the state median of $230,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.6x, Oakview is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 80.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 68.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Oakview is White (non-Hispanic), making up 77.2% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 14.1%. The Black or African American population (0.8%) is well below the state average of 10.9%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (14.1% vs 5.2%).
Education
30.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 7% lower than the state rate of 32.4%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.1%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Oakview, Missouri is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Missouri state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,062 Census-designated places in Missouri. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Oakview, Missouri?
Oakview, Missouri has a population of 377 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Oakview, MO?
The median household income in Oakview is $69,141, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Oakview, MO?
The poverty rate in Oakview is 6.6%. This means approximately 25 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Oakview, Missouri?
Oakview's population is 77.2% White, 0.8% Black, 14.1% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Oakview, MO?
The median home value in Oakview is $177,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.6x.
How educated is Oakview, Missouri?
30.0% of adults (25+) in Oakview hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 9.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.